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Germany says must brace for 'unimaginable' after gas leaks: Germany's interior minister said Wednesday the country must prepare for previously ...
thelocal.de/20220928/germany-says-must-brace-for-unimaginable-after-gas-leaks/
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday: Nord Stream sabotage, new government in 'a few weeks', Nato talks 'moving along ...
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Germany says must brace for 'unimaginable' after gas leaks: Germany's interior minister said Wednesday the country must prepare for previously ...
thelocal.de/20220928/germany-says-must-brace-for-unimaginable-after-gas-leaks/
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday: Nord Stream sabotage, new government in 'a few weeks', Nato talks 'moving along ...
thelocal.se/20220928/today-in-sweden-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-wednesday-67/
Denmark Ends Nord Stream Investigation Without Criminal Case: Denmark’s police ended investigations into the explosions that in 2022 ruptured the Nord Stream ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation into Nord Stream Sabotage Concluded
- In 2022, significant gas leaks were detected on the Nord Stream pipelines near the Danish island of Bornholm.
- The Danish authorities have finalized their inquiries into the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines.
- Sweden has terminated its investigations due to lack of jurisdiction.
- Despite the pipelines being non-operational, gas escaped into the water and air during the leaks.
Sweden wants to stop Nord Stream proceedings: In Sweden, the investigation into the attacks on the Nord Stream pipelines is apparently to be discontinued ...
tagesschau.de/investigativ/ndr-wdr/nordstream-schweden-ermittlungen-100.html
Quick Glance: Sweden to Cease Nord Stream Proceedings
- Investigations into Nord Stream attacks in Sweden to be discontinued.
- Potential benefit for German law enforcement.
- Sweden to support German proceedings and relinquish its own claim.
- Swedish evidence crucial for German investigators.
Sweden drops Nord Stream explosions probe : The Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines were hit by a series of unexplained explosions under the Baltic Sea in 2022 ...
dw.com/en/sweden-drops-nord-stream-explosions-probe/a-68192734
Nord Stream: Sweden gives up on investigation - Too close to the truth?: After months of investigative work, the public prosecutor's office in Stockholm is ...
wiwo.de/my/politik/europa/gesprengte-ostsee-pipeline-zu-dicht-an-der-wahrheit-schweden-gibt-ermittlung-zu-nord-stream-auf/29648002.html
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Sweden drops Nord Stream sabotage probe: Stockholm’s decision to end its inquiries leaves it to Berlin and Copenhagen to work out who was responsible for the ...
politico.eu/article/sweden-drops-nord-stream-pipeline-sabotage-probe-ukraine-russia-war/
Denmark closes Nord Stream sabotage probe: Neighboring Sweden ended its investigation this month citing a lack of jurisdiction.
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/world/2024/02/26/denmark-closes-nord-stream-sabotage-probe/
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday: Opposition calls for government to take over schools which give too generous grades ...
thelocal.se/20240207/today-in-sweden-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-wednesday-134
"Notre europe" list wants to bring EU closer to those working on ground at next elections
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/notre-europe-list-wants-to-bring-eu-closer-to-those-working-on-ground-at-next-elections/
Swedish Nord Stream investigation to end soon: The Swedish criminal investigation into the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipeline sabotage in the autumn of 2022 wi
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/swedish-nord-stream-investigation-to-end-soon/
Eurovision 2024: Song Contest host Sweden braces for anti-Israel protests: Sweden said it plans to host a dazzling Eurovision Song Contest, watched by 200 ...
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Sweden passes law lowering age to change legal gender from 18 to 16: Swedes have been able to change their legally recognised gender since 1972 - but this will ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68841275
Quick Glance: Sweden's Gender Change Law: Lowering Minimum Age
- On Wednesday, the Swedish parliament approved a law that lowers the minimum age for legally changing gender from 18 to 16.
- Individuals under 18 will still require consent from a guardian, a doctor, and the National Board of Health and Welfare.
- Conversely, no longer will a gender dysphoria diagnosis be mandated by medical professionals, defined as psychological distress experienced by individuals whose gender expression does not align with their gender identity.
- The voting results showed 234 in favor, 94 against, with 21 lawmakers listed as absent.
Russian deputy defence minister detained for allegedly taking bribes: Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov oversaw military infrastructure projects.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68886406
Number of Swedes buying second-hand has more than doubled in five years: In 2018, only 28 percent of Swedes bought second-hand clothes. Last year ...
thelocal.se/20240422/number-of-swedes-buying-second-hand-has-more-than-doubled-in-five-years
Swedish Homebuilding May Be on Brink of Recovery, Data Shows: Sweden’s worst slump in home construction in more than three decades is over for now ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/swedish-homebuilding-may-be-on-brink-of-recovery-data-shows
North Saxons create herbal liqueur Schwedenfeuer out of love for Sweden: Two North Saxons love Sweden and the Scandinavian way of life. As a tribute to their ...
torgauerzeitung.de/lokales/nordsachsen/torgau/nordsachsen-kreieren-aus-liebe-zu-schweden-kraeuterlikoer-schwedenfeuer-6YDSHKVZHFBM5ATBQ7JEVIL4K4.html
Sweden Eyes Russia Threat as it Invests in Energy Grid and Infrastructure: The Nordic nation is upgrading its civil defenses, and energy infrastructure is a ...
bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-04-24/sweden-eyes-russia-threat-as-it-invests-in-energy-grid-and-infrastructure
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How many immigrants are overqualified for their jobs in Sweden?: Sweden is one of many European countries struggling with 'brain waste' ...
thelocal.se/20240423/how-many-immigrants-are-overqualified-for-their-jobs-in-sweden
Boy who went viral raising 5 million for charity gets Swedish residence permit: Murhaf Hamid, the boy who went viral after he raised more than five million for ...
thelocal.se/20240409/boy-who-went-viral-raising-5-million-for-charity-gets-swedish-residence-permit
Malmö prepares for a high-tension Eurovision contest: Against the backdrop of the war in Gaza, the 2024 edition of the song competition, whose semi-finals will ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/20/malmo-prepares-for-a-high-tension-eurovision-contest_6669021_4.html
Robert Habeck, the Minister for Rearmament: Instead of talking about the distant civil reconstruction of Ukraine, the economics minister now wants to talk about ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/robert-habeck-der-minister-fuer-aufruestung-19666118.html
Habeck raises growth forecast to 0.3 percent: The government is raising its growth forecast for the current year slightly. There are “signs of a slight economic ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/deutschland/wachstumsprognose-anhebung-habeck-100.html
Argentina seeks arrest of Iranian minister over 1994 bombing of Jewish community center
cnn.com/2024/04/24/americas/amia-bombing-argentina-interpol-iran-minister-intl-latam/
Quick Glance: Iran's President's Visit to Sri Lanka
- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi visited Sri Lanka on April 24, promising to strengthen ties with the South Asian country.
- Argentina requested the arrest of Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi for his alleged involvement in a 1994 attack on a Jewish community center in Buenos Aires.
- Sri Lanka and Iran are set to sign five agreements, including one related to a hydroelectric project.
- Iran's Interior Minister returned from Pakistan prematurely, signaling a setback for Iran as it faces consequences for its actions worldwide.
Armand Duplantis breaks pole vault world record for eighth time, soaring to 6.24 meters
cnn.com/2024/04/20/sport/armand-duplantis-breaks-pole-vault-world-record-for-eighth-time-soaring-to-6-24-meters/
Uppsala in Sweden: In this city, you can report parking offenders via app - and collect the money yourself
spiegel.de/auto/schweden-in-dieser-stadt-kann-man-jetzt-falschparker-per-app-melden-und-selbst-kassieren-a-fcaf75d1-cc59-4cb7-bacf-aaedf7c8bbab
Sweden: Terror threat overshadows Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö: The southern Swedish city of Malmö will host the world's largest music competition in May ...
nzz.ch/international/schweden-terrorgefahr-ueberschattet-eurovision-song-contest-in-malmoe-ld.1826826
How to make friends in Sweden – seven things I wish someone had told me: Sweden is regularly ranked one of the hardest places to find new friends ...
thelocal.se/20230713/how-to-make-friends-in-sweden-seven-things-i-wish-someone-had-told-me
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
Moldova Foreign Minister Warns Russia Poised for Political Meddling in West: Russia is using a variety of measures — from AI-generated deep fakes to bags of cash ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/russian-poised-for-political-meddling-in-the-west-moldova-warns
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We would not have lost Trypillia Thermal Power Plant if we had Patriot systems – Ukraine's Foreign Minister
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/11/7450857/
EU agrees to tackle Russia’s shadow oil fleet, Sweden says: The dark fleet camouflaged by Moscow “fuels the war chest of Russia,” Swedish foreign minister says.
politico.eu/article/eu-agrees-to-tackle-russias-shadow-oil-fleet-sweden-says/
Sweden Announces $1.6 Billion Added Spending as Inflation Slows: Sweden’s government outlined a spending package totaling 17.3 billion kronor ($1 ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/sweden-announces-1-6-billion-added-spending-as-inflation-slows
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Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in Middle East
reuters.com/world/middle-east/russian-iranian-foreign-ministers-warn-against-further-escalation-middle-east-2024-04-14/
Sweden's Olsson improving after suffering blood clots in brain: Sweden midfielder Kristoffer Olsson has regained motor function and verbal abilities after being ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/swedens-olsson-improving-after-suffering-blood-clots-brain-2024-04-14/
Finland’s Stubb says best way to avoid war is to ‘talk less and prepare more’: Sweden and Finland, NATO’s two newest members, have an important role to play in ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/finlands-stubb-says-best-way-to-avoid-war-is-to-talk-less-and-prepare-more/
"It's really indescribable": 19-year-old Lian Bichsel from Solothurn is sensationally on course for a championship in Sweden - Zofinger Tagblatt
zofingertagblatt.ch/eishockey-es-ist-wirklich-unbeschreiblich-lian-bichsel-ist-in-schweden-sensationell-auf-meisterkurs/
Ajax demonstrates capabilities in extreme cold weather: Ajax, the British Army’s newest but troubled armoured fighting vehicle, has successfully completed ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/ajax-demonstrates-capabilities-in-extreme-cold-weather/
Three injured in suspected knife attack in central Sweden: At least three people have been injured in a suspected knife attack which took place in broad daylight ...
thelocal.se/20240419/three-injured-in-suspected-knife-attack-in-central-sweden
New Swedish app gives money for reporting wrongly parked cars: A Swedish company has launched a new app which lets its users earn money by reporting wrongly ...
euronews.com/next/2024/04/11/swedish-app-launched-where-you-can-tip-off-wrongly-parked-cars-to-earn-money
Ystad, Kalmar, Malmö, Växjö, Gothenburg: The south of Sweden is good sightseeing terrain
welt.de/reise/staedtereisen/article251115910/Ystad-Kalmar-Malmoe-Vaexjoe-Goeteborg-Der-Sueden-von-Schweden-ist-gutes-Sightseeing-Terrain.html
The taming of the Election Commission of India: Over the past decade, the ECI has been criticised for allowing the BJP to escape scrutiny ...
caravanmagazine.in/government/taming-election-commission
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Israel gave US last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7
apnews.com/article/g7-italy-blinken-iran-bf8b33c3cebfe534a16675e6adc3fb0a
Quick Glance: US Alerts G7 about Iran Drone Attack: Israel Issues Final Warning
- According to the Italian foreign minister, the United States informed the G7 foreign ministers that it received "last minute" information from Israel about a drone action in Iran.
- The details were shared during a Friday morning session that was spontaneously modified to discuss the suspected attack.
- Following the three-day meeting, the ministers urged in a statement for the parties to prevent further escalations and expressed support for Israel's security.
- Additionally, the group cautioned Iran against transferring ballistic missiles and related technologies to Russia and called for the release of hostages and adherence to international and humanitarian law.
Stockholm shooting victim 'completely innocent' say distraught family: A man in his late 30s who was shot dead as he cycled with his son to the local swimming ...
thelocal.se/20240411/stockholm-shooting-victim-completely-innocent-say-distraught-family
Sweden's Renewcell Aimed to Make Fashion More Sustainable. Why Did It Fail?: The startup turned old clothes into pulp for new textiles. But its supply chain ...
bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-04-12/sweden-s-renewcell-aimed-to-make-fashion-more-sustainable-why-did-it-fail
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
Quick Glance: South African Butts Rated Biggest in the World
- South Africa tops the list of the biggest butts in the world in the latest research.
- South Africa's successful athletes have won the Rugby World Cup and a mixed martial arts trophy in recent years.
- The size of the buttocks fluctuates with fashion trends, but genetics play the most significant role.
- South Africa's butts have long been a symbol of posteriors. Researchers at Gitnux evaluated the top 15 countries with the biggest buttocks, with South Africa leading the list.
World leaders condemn Iran’s drone, missile attack on Israel: Joe Biden reaffirms ‘ironclad commitment’ to the security of Israel while Iran warns US to ‘stay ...
irishtimes.com/world/middle-east/2024/04/14/world-leaders-condemn-irans-drone-missile-attack-on-israel/
Russia's Shoigu says tank production is booming: Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Friday that the country was ramping up manufacturing of tanks and ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russias-shoigu-says-tank-production-is-booming-2024-04-19/
Moscow Potentially Spying Through ‘Shadow Fleets’: Swedish Navy Chief: The official said Sweden is now closely monitoring the ships Russia has used to bypass oil ...
kyivpost.com/post/31542
Italian diplomat says Israel warned US about drone attack on Iran: Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said that Israel warned the U.S. about a drone attack ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4604742-italian-diplomat-israel-warned-us-attack-iran/
Post-Brexit Food Checks Will Be ‘Light-Touch,’ UK Minister Says: The UK will enforce “light-touch” post-Brexit checks on food and plant products beginning later ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/post-brexit-food-checks-will-be-light-touch-uk-minister-says
Why Sweden may have an alcohol shortage this weekend: If you're thinking of quitting the booze, now may be a good time, as Sweden may run low on alcohol in ...
thelocal.se/20240424/why-sweden-may-have-an-alcohol-shortage-this-weekend
Ukraine pressures military age men abroad by suspending their consular services: Staying abroad “does not relieve a citizen of his or her duties to the homeland ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/europe/ukraine-consulates-mobilization-intl-latam/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Sweden: 39-year-old man shot dead in front of his son: According to media reports, the crime was preceded by a confrontation with youths ...
faz.net/aktuell/gesellschaft/kriminalitaet/39-jaehriger-wird-in-schweden-vor-den-augen-seines-sohnes-erschossen-19647914.html
North Korea officials embark on rare public visit to Iran: Yun Jong-ho, minister for external economic ties, leaves Pyongyang leading a delegation to visit ...
trtworld.com/middle-east/north-korea-officials-embark-on-rare-public-visit-to-iran-17896963
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Estonia, Sweden and Czechia urge Europe not to relax after US vote on aid to Ukraine
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/21/7452225/
At the reception in Stockholm: What happened to Queen Silvia's eye?: It's a festive occasion: shortly after taking office, Finland's new President Alexander ...
n-tv.de/leute/Was-ist-mit-Koenigin-Silvias-Auge-passiert-article24895591.html
Sweden's defense minister doesn't rule out sending Patriots to Ukraine: Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson does not rule out sending Ukraine Patriot ...
kyivindependent.com/swedens-defense-minister-doesnt-rule-out-sending-patriots-to-ukraine/
Reader photo of the week: 'Waiting for the sun to shine': Every week, The Local invites readers to submit their pictures to our photo competition ...
thelocal.se/20240412/reader-photo-of-the-week-waiting-for-the-sun-to-shine
Minister puts pressure on reform: Wissing continues to see driving bans as a more adequate emergency solution
n-tv.de/politik/Wissing-sieht-Fahrverbote-weiter-als-adaequatere-Notloesung-article24870057.html
Quick Glance: Dispute over Climate Protection Measures in Traffic Sector
- The Environment Agency opposes drastic measures in the transport sector.
- Reform of the Climate Protection Act and potential driving bans spark controversy.
- Ampel parties argue over climate goals and blame games.
- DUH feels vindicated in lawsuit against Transport Minister and calls for new measures.
Former Venezuelan Oil Minister and Vice President Arrested for Corruption: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18646-former-venezuelan-oil-minister-and-vice-president-arrested-for-corruption
Shooting in Sweden: Son (12) witnessed father's death: There has been another fatal shooting in Sweden. The head of government says: "Another line has been ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/12/schiesserei-in-schweden-12-jahriger-sohn-musste-mit-ansehen-wie-vater-erschossen-wurde
FM Israel Katz: 'Stop Iran before it's too late': The message was reiterated in both French and Hebrew. Tagged on the post were US Secretary of ...
jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/fm-katz-takes-to-x-to-call-on-world-to-stop-iran-798121
How the fine you get in Sweden might be based on your income: There are two main types of fines that you could be given in Sweden: fixed fines which have a set ...
thelocal.se/20240423/how-the-fine-you-get-in-sweden-might-be-based-on-your-income
Sweden does not rule out providing Ukraine with Patriot systems : Swedish Defence Minister Pål Jonson has said that Stockholm may send a Patriot air defence ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452393/
My Swedish Career: 'People in Sweden are warm and welcoming': IT consultant Debjyoti Paul tells The Local of the Indian society he co-founded in Helsingborg ...
thelocal.se/20240412/my-swedish-career-people-in-sweden-are-warm-and-welcoming
Ukraine’s agriculture minister suspected of corrupt land grab: Mykola Solsky promises ‘maximum openness’ in probe into illegal acquisition of state-owned land.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/23/ukraines-agriculture-minister-named-as-suspect-in-7m-corruption-case
Austin speaks with Chinese counterpart in first at-length conversation since 2022
cnn.com/2024/04/16/politics/austin-china-call/
Sweden expels Chinese journalist over national security fears, lawyer says: Swedish authorities have ordered the expulsion of a Chinese journalist ...
reuters.com/world/europe/sweden-orders-expulsion-chinese-journalist-over-national-security-lawyer-says-2024-04-08/
Norway's KLP may push Tesla on collective bargaining at annual meeting: KLP, Norway's largest pension fund and a Tesla investor, may ask the electric carmaker's ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-investor-may-table-collective-bargaining-motion-agm-2024-04-11/
Fifty years ago, ABBA paved the way for Swedish pop | kuwaittimes: Fifty years ago, ABBA paved the way for Swedish pop - Lifestyle - “It was love at first ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/13401/lifestyle/movies-music/fifty-years-ago-abba-paved-the-way-for-swedish-pop/
'Benny is always very kind': Foreigners' top encounters with Swedish celebrities: We asked The Local's readers to tell us of a time they met a Swedish ...
thelocal.se/20240416/benny-is-always-very-kind-foreigners-top-encounters-with-swedish-celebrities
Sweden: Man shot dead in Stockholm in front of his son: In Sweden, a 39-year-old man has been shot dead in front of his twelve-year-old son ...
rnd.de/panorama/schweden-mann-in-stockholm-vor-den-augen-seines-sohnes-erschossen-QUCOAF4O6RFSZJQ36U74ARGTA4.html
Tesla strike in Sweden continues, union says, contradicting Musk: A strike by Tesla mechanics in Sweden, among the country's longest labour disputes ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-strike-sweden-continues-union-says-contradicting-musk-2024-04-10/
Reactions to possible counterattack: Iran probably does not want to counteract a suspected Israeli attack at first
spiegel.de/ausland/israel-iran-konflikt-iran-will-mutmasslichen-israelischen-angriff-zunaechst-nicht-kontern-a-99c7fb3f-05a0-494a-8ead-e434c557f072
Newshub, TVNZ job cuts: We now have the worst TV in the western world - Myles Thomas
nzherald.co.nz/business/we-now-have-the-worst-tv-in-the-western-world-myles-thomas/QVAVMADB7ZAKJL6IKU2FMIRGTE/
Forty essential words you need to get your car fixed in Sweden: Even foreigners who have lived a long time in Sweden often find themselves struggling for the ...
thelocal.se/20240227/forty-essential-words-you-need-to-get-your-car-fixed-in-sweden
Iran's foreign minister calls EU sanctions 'regrettable': European Union sanctions announced following Iran's attack against Israel are "regrettable" because the ...
reut.rs/3UdSOS8
Sweden to ramp up drive to retain foreign students and researchers: The government has tasked a new inquiry with figuring out how to make Sweden a more ...
thelocal.se/20240408/sweden-to-ramp-up-drive-to-retain-foreign-students-and-researchers
Poland to get $266 million from World Bank for Clean Air program, finance minister says
reuters.com/world/europe/poland-get-266-million-world-bank-clean-air-program-finance-minister-says-2024-04-20/
China joins Russia in recognizing Iran's claim of attack as 'self-defense': Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks to his Iranian and Saudi counterparts ...
i24news.tv/en/news/international/asia-pacific/artc-china-joins-russia-in-recognizing-iran-s-claim-of-attack-as-self-defense
Russian deputy defense minister detained on suspicion of bribery: Russian Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov has been detained for allegedly taking a bribe ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/europe/russian-minister-timur-ivanov-detained-bribery-intl/
Quick Glance: Russian Deputy Defense Minister Detained on Bribery Suspicions
- A Russian deputy defense minister, Timur Ivanov, exposed in an investigation by the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny, was placed in custody on Wednesday under suspicion of accepting significant bribes.
- Ivanov, 48, a longtime ally of Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, was responsible for construction and procurement for the Armed Forces and was associated with the high-profile reconstruction of the Ukrainian city of Mariupol occupied by Moscow's forces.
- Several independent Russian media outlets alleged that Ivanov and his family amassed immense wealth through kick-backs on contracts he approved at the ministry.
- Critics argue that the substantial funds flowing into the Ukraine offensive have provided officials with new avenues to enrich themselves through covert procurement agreements.
European elections: New Skyttedal alliance in Sweden wants to abolish the right to asylum
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/neues-skyttedal-buendnis-in-schweden-will-das-asylrecht-abschaffen-a-6e15ba00-1732-4f58-8a4f-3dd4fe106e1c
Denmark's "Notre Dame moment": historic stock exchange in flames: One of Copenhagen's most famous buildings is on fire: the historic stock exchange ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/europa/kopenhagen-brand-boerse-100.html
Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
The EU needs to get its trade mojo back, say Sweden and Finland : Nordic nations urge Brussels to get on and do trade deals — and not to tie them to its ...
politico.eu/article/the-eu-needs-get-its-trade-mojo-back-say-sweden-and-finland/
Russia, China to maintain fight against terrorism, Lavrov says: Russia and China will continue to cooperate in the fight against terrorism as part of their ...
reut.rs/3PWUZYR
Sweden's Social Democrats call for ban on new free schools: Sweden's opposition Social Democrats have called for a total ban on the establishment of new ...
thelocal.se/20240418/swedens-social-democrats-call-for-ban-on-new-free-schools
Estonian foreign minister says Ukraine's strikes on Russian refineries are self-defence
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/11/7450841/
“Technofeudalism: What Killed Capitalism”: Yanis Varoufakis on New Book & Why Assange Should Be Freed
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/technofeudalism
Sweden ramps up Eurovision security amid outcry over Israel's inclusion: The Swedish Eurovision host city Malmo has promised heightened security for this year's ...
rfi.fr/en/international/20240419-sweden-ramps-up-security-for-eurovision-amid-outcry-over-israel-s-inclusion
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